India’s language-in-education policy is known as ________.

The correct answer is Option 2: Three language formula.

Explanation:

India’s primary policy framing language instruction in schools is known as the Three-Language Formula. Formulated by the Ministry of Education in 1968 (under the National Policy on Education) and reinforced in subsequent educational policies, it aims to promote multilingualism and national integration.

Under this policy framework:

1. First Language: To be taught in the mother tongue or regional language.
2. Second Language: In Hindi-speaking states, it is another modern Indian language or English. In non-Hindi-speaking states, it is Hindi or English.
3. Third Language: In Hindi-speaking states, it is English or a modern Indian language not studied as the second language. In non-Hindi-speaking states, it is English or a modern Indian language not studied as the second language.